Fully Furnished Apartment in Uruma, Okinawa with No Key Money or Agent Fees
This modern 1K apartment in Uruma City's Ishikawa district offers a convenient and cost-effective start to life in Okinawa. The property comes fully furnished and equipped, eliminating the hassle and expense of purchasing furniture and appliances for new residents. A significant advantage is the absence of a security deposit (敷金) and agent fees (仲介手数料), substantially reducing initial moving costs. The monthly rent is 57,000 JPY with a common area maintenance fee of 6,500 JPY. A one-month gift money (礼金) of 57,000 JPY is required.
The apartment is well-appointed with a range of facilities: an IH cooking stove, a system kitchen, propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, a unit bath with a bath dryer and bathtub, a heated toilet seat, air conditioning, a closet, a shoe cupboard, internet connectivity, a monitor-equipped intercom, and an indoor space for a washing machine. The property is furnished, and in the case of appliance failure, free repair or replacement is available (provided there is no fault on the resident's part). The building is a two-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure, and this particular unit is on the first floor with a southwest-facing orientation. The private floor area is approximately 23.18 square meters.
Critical agent notes have been translated in detail. Other initial costs include fire insurance (13,130 to 26,680 JPY, renewed every two years), a first-time guarantee commission (100% to 120% of total rent for individual contracts), a key replacement fee (16,500 JPY, first time only), and a move-out cleaning fee (41,800 JPY, paid upon move-in). Optional anti-bacterial treatment and resident support services are available. Monthly, there is an environmental maintenance fee of 550 JPY and optional internet service fees ranging from 2,640 to 3,630 JPY. At contract renewal every two years, a guarantee commission of 10,000 JPY and a renewal administrative fee of 16,500 JPY apply. Required documents for screening include identification and proof of employment/status. The property is recommended for its furnishings, the included U-NEXT video/magazine subscription with optional internet service, and the ability to apply electronically and contract remotely. Note that photos may show mirrored or differently colored units, furniture brands vary by room, and upper-floor rooms have carpeting. Due to high demand, viewings of occupied units may not be possible, but similar model rooms can be shown. As a special bonus for contracting through Ierite, a gift of daily necessities equivalent to 10% of one month's rent is provided.
The Ishikawa area in Uruma City is a vibrant suburban hub with convenient access to shopping and daily amenities. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Ishikawa area was historically a major settlement before the merger of several towns and villages formed Uruma City in 2005. The closest major landmark is the iconic Katsuren Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site located approximately a 15-minute drive away, offering stunning ruins and panoramic views of the East China Sea.
